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‘Cultures, languages on verge of extinction due to globalisation and colonisation’
Linguist believes younger generation is reluctant to learn mother tongue, traditions and cultural practices
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Let us re-excavate Moen Jo Daro, urges archaeologist
Dr Jonathan Kenoyer discusses preservation work at Moen Jo Daro, Harappa
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Studio O: an ethnic amalgam
Furniture designer Omer Nabi hopes to revolutionise the field of art
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Pakistan's regional languages face looming extinction
Pakistan's 200 million people speak 72 provincial and regional tongues, including official languages Urdu and English
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Preserving heritage: Songs of Pamir ring at Lok Virsa
Performers showcase folk song, dance at event
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Promoting culture: Lok Virsa budget increase recommended
Senate panel suggests centre focus on Seraiki, build hostel, cinema, musical academy
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Evaluating: Culture and its role in shaping economic performance
Research paper results show increase in reported trust decreases probability of labour force participation
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The notepad: Samah Mudasar
the young and talented make-up artist, shares her seven favourite make-up trends this winter
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Plan of action: Don’t miss out on these upcoming events in your city!
Don’t miss out on these upcoming events in your city
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On our radar: 11 December 2016
Our list of what's new and trending
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US Consulate marks Sindh Culture Day
People dressed in shalwar kameez, Sindhi topis and ajrak celebrate culture of the province
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A whole new world: Looking kawaii in Karachi
Japanese anime and cosplay culture finds its niche in the city's youth
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‘Shades of my palette': Snapshots capture diversity of life in Pakistan
Young photographer shares his experience through his photo exhibits
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Sindh CM orders to revoke dance ban in schools
Shah promises action against those responsible for falsely attributing ban to education minister
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Developing young minds: ‘Societies that lack culture and art are virtually dead’
More than 20,000 youth participate in Arts Council festival so far
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To be or not to be
Theatre, performing arts are from within our soil and most certainly part of the cultural fabric of the land
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This Pakistani artist’s desi girl illustrations are ridiculously relatable
24-year-old 'Pakistani Martha Stewart' creates art on experiences of a desi woman from a conservative family
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Who judges our aesthetics and values?
Well, in the pre-modern era, the works of most learned or culturally superior artists were set as standards of beauty
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Indonesians bring their products to Pakistan
Cultural exhibition held to improve trade between the two countries
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10 bizarre practices around the world that will shock you
Ever eaten out of a toilet bowl?
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Bolivian Catholics break rocks to change fortunes
On Tuesday, pilgrims struck rocks to try to improve their fortunes
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Promoting culture: Experts urge Pakistan to ratify UN convention on culture
Music, art thrived during Zia era: Sharmila Farooqi
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Culture not a priority for government
No new scheme or project of the department approved in the budget
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Travelling through time and space with ‘Dhows of Karachi’
Port city remains a key feature in Salman Farooqi's works
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For the love of culture: Festival attracts hordes of art enthusiasts
Two-day event features talks on poetry, Sufism, art and other themes.
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Culture and heritage: Art-inspired furniture pieces showcased
Speak volumes of beauty and potential the country holds
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International Francophonie Day: Celebrating ‘égalité, complémentarité, solidarité’
The yearly event aims to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture
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Literature, digital media and the youth
Digital media can be instrumental in reviving the literary heritage of our region
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Do we have a cultural policy?
Creative activity has a permeable effect on society and its future course
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Pakistan literary festivals tell a tale of cultural revival
Events such as the raucous Lahore Literary Festival are reclaiming the 'cultural space' that has shrunk significantly
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The unknown Jamila
Hashmi’s passion for reclaiming the cultural heritage of the subcontinent stands out in the history of Urdu fiction
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Ignoring constitutional obligations
President may hold brief on cultures as an individual, but forgot he represents a multicultural, multiethnic society
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15 unique festivals around the world that must go on your bucket list
Here are 15 festivals across the globe that need to be added to your bucket list. Get packing!
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Belgian photographer challenges mindsets about Islam
Struzik takes us on a journey through, Kosovo, Morocco, India, Kashmir, Bangladesh and Pakistan
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First impressions often last
Almost every Pakistani student who studied in the US and Britain used to say: “Some of my best friends… are Jews.”
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Desert rose: The well-wishers of Marvi
Fed by folklore, Marvi’s well is one of the cultural standpoints of Tharparkar
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Toss up: Zahid Hassan
Dance guru Zahid Hassan talks about his loves, passions
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On Our Radar
Editor's picks
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Rawalpindi's red-light district: Old souls and worn dancing shoes
Qasai Gali was Rawalpindi’s red-light district till a few decades ago. Today, dancers struggle to make a living.
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Romanian photographer documents beauty of Indian women, including Sonam Kapoor
The actor worked alongside Romanian photographer during her trip to India
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Hingorani Maariyon: Surviving history
Hingorani Maariyon is a long-forgotten historical treasure trove in Sindh
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Essence of art: Infinite reflections on nature, culture
Six diverse artists display their artworks at Nomad .
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NaNoWriMo: Writing retreat
NaNoWriMo gives aspiring Pakistani novelists an impetus to pursue creative writing
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Novelty comes from peeling paint from canvas, says artist
Self taught artist puts 28 paintings on display at Alhamra Art Gallery
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Pedal power
Naureen Kanwal encourages women to become more self-reliant by riding a motorbike
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Treasuring our heritage: Speakers celebrate the Urdu language at 8th International Urdu Conference
Shamim Hanfi from India says he is not suited to speak on ‘Nifaze Urdu, Imkanaat or Masail’
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Mass circumcision festival held in Malaysia
Young boys take part in the festivities which some consider a celebration of reaching manhood
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Major problem: Containing the cultural clash in universities
Educationists speak about the dilemma and the intricacies of dealing with it
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Last man stringing
Khurram Shahzad and his family are the only rabab makers left in Peshawar
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Arttech summit: ‘Event to integrate art, culture and tech’
A large number of experts will be speaking at the event